But its not just about Halloween night, it's everything leading up to it. The pumpkin patch a few weeks before, picking out the perfect costume, decorating the house, carving pumpkins, trick or treating with friends, taking professional photos of the kiddo in his costume, watching our favorite Halloween movies. It's the time together and the traditions we are building.
So yeah- Halloween is kind of a big deal for us.
But you guys- this year, we've turned a corner. In years past the kiddo has been a myriad of adorable costumed characters. Sadly, this year when I asked him what he wanted to be for Halloween, his reply- "Death."
Umm. What?
Yeah. No.
And so we compromised. That is what parenting is all about right? Listening to your child and doing your best to reach an agreeable solution. I am happy to report that the kiddo will NOT be dressing up as "Death" for Halloween. I allowed him to choose his costume this year (with veto power by me and the husband) and so he's going as a creepy jester.
Bummer.
No more cute Disney characters or homemade Lego costumes. It's all about the gross and scary now. Close the book because that adorable chapter is done. And so I find myself doing my very best to support and encourage the gross and scary- even when I want him to wear something sweet and colorful.
But I draw the line at "Death".
So here you go- a picture of the kiddo dressed in his Scary Jester costume. Here's the link to order if you're interested and no- I didn't pay full price for this bad boy. Hello Groupon!
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